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The Future of Cinema Exhibition: Theaters, Immersive Formats, and the Next 10 Years
An analysis of the theatrical exhibition sector -- declining attendance data, IMAX and PLF growth, immersive formats like Sphere, and what filmmakers can do to make work that benefits from theatrical exhibition.
The Economics of Shooting on Film in 2026: Is Celluloid Making a Commercial Comeback?
Uses the film reel calculator to ground a market analysis of celluloid in 2026 -- Kodak's supply situation, lab capacity, scanning costs, and the commercial productions driving the resurgence. An economics and aesthetics blend.
AI in Filmmaking: What It Can Actually Do Right Now (and What It Can't)
An honest, technically accurate assessment of AI's current capabilities in screenwriting, production design, VFX, and distribution -- with specific tool examples, real limitations, and a clear-eyed look at what jobs are actually threatened.
The State of Indie Film Distribution in 2026: What's Changed and What to Expect
An annual state-of-the-industry analysis covering streaming platform deals for independents, the shrinking theatrical window, the rise of FAST channels, and what the data says about where indie films actually find their audiences in 2026.